Racine Nyalik
New York,NY
Summary
Dedicated Direct Care Professional with a strong background in compassionate caregiving at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health.
Proven ability to enhance client well-being through individualized service planning and effective communication.
Known for excellent team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs.
Skilled in personal care, medication administration, and crisis management. Reliable and results-driven with compassionate approach to client well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioural Health
08.2023 - Current
- Ensured a safe and comfortable environment by maintaining clean and organized living spaces for clients.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Supported clients'' emotional well-being through compassionate listening, empathy, and encouragement during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, medication administration, and incident reports to ensure effective communication among team members.
- Upheld ethical standards in all aspects of care provision, maintaining confidentiality and respecting the dignity of each individual client.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
Teacher
Teachers Service Commision Kenya
04.2019 - 07.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Volunteer
ACORN SPECIAL TUTORIALS, DAGORETTI, KENYA
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Assisted with special events and programs for learners with Autism.
- Assisted in Activities of Daily Living for Clientele.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to parents about their childrens' progress.
Intern
KIBOS SPECIAL SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND, Kisumu, Kenya
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments based on individual needs.
- Prioritized mobility exercises for learners within their environment.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant situations in and out of the classroom.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports for the learners.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Special Education
KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
NAIROBI, KENYA07-2019
High School Diploma -
MUKUMU GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL
KAKAMEGA, KENYA11-2012
Skills
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Compassionate caregiving
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Individualized service planning
- First aid and safety
- Professional boundaries
- Dressing assistance
- Grooming assistance
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of four educators in the development of NYALIK EDUCATORS during the Covid 19 Pandemic in 2020. This Initiative was started due to the crisis experienced during the closure of schools and lockdown rending Learning paralyzed in Kenya.
Certification
Cerificate In Leadership Studies.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Community Cleanup
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Youth Development Programs
Timeline
Direct Care Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioural Health
08.2023 - Current
Volunteer
ACORN SPECIAL TUTORIALS, DAGORETTI, KENYA
01.2020 - 03.2020
Teacher
Teachers Service Commision Kenya
04.2019 - 07.2023
Intern
KIBOS SPECIAL SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND, Kisumu, Kenya
01.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Education - Special Education
KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma -
MUKUMU GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL
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